Brighton, CO vs Westminster, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Brighton
64.6
#1683 nationally
Westminster
61.1
#1916 nationally
Westminster leads in walk score (65 vs 36). Brighton leads in cost of living index (126 vs 171). Westminster leads in average commute (28 min vs 31.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Brighton, CO | Westminster, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 64.6 (#1683) | 61.1 (#1916) |
| Population | 42,477 | 88,729 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $496,093 | $1,103,609 |
| Median Household Income | $86,975 | $80,271 |
| Average Commute | 31.1 min | 28 min |
| Walk Score | 36 | 65 |
| Crime Level | 12.9 | 12.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 126 | 171 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+9.0 | D+2.6 |
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64.6 Score
Brighton, CO
Small Colorado city with local appeal
Median Home
$496,093
Population
42,477
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
36
West
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61.1 Score
Westminster, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$1,103,609
Population
88,729
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
65
Pacific
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